Cincinnati's creepiest haunted house offers a new Detention Hall that promises to make you afraid to go back to school. "Lights On" tour is offered for kids. 5963 Harrison Ave. 7:30 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 to 10 p.m. Thursdays and Sundays. Admission. (513) 598-4600 or www.frightsite.com.

HallZOOween

Oct. 8-23

Little ghouls and goblins can enjoy the zoo and trick-or-treat stations around the park. 3400 Vine St., Avondale. Noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Included with zoo admission. (513) 281-4700 or http://cincinnatizoo.org/events/hallzooween.

Haunted River

Oct. 15-30

Morgan's Outdoor Adventures takes your family on a ghoulish hike through the Forest of Lost Souls, followed by a creepy raft ride, where something lurks beneath the river's surface. Recommended for ages seven and up. 5701 State Route 350, Oregonia, Ohio and 7040 Whitewater River Lane, Brookville, Ind. 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. (513) 932-7658 or (765) 647-4904 or www.morganscanoe.com.

Children can trick-or-treat through the haunted village, visit the witch's house and take wagon rides. Sharon Woods Park, Sharonville. 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. $8. (513) 563-9484 or www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org.